Railroad Litigation Attorney

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Job Overview:

A law firm in Billings, MT is seeking a skilled and experienced Railroad Litigation Attorney to join their team. This position offers immediate experience in client interactions, depositions, court appearances, and business development. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, a proven track record in railroad litigation, and the ability to manage and grow their caseload effectively.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in railroad civil litigation cases.
• Take and defend facts and expert depositions.
• Engage and prepare experts, including expert disclosures and reporting.
• Handle all facets of pre-trial discovery, preparation, and motions.
• Manage large document production and database matters.
• Schedule and handle payment claims.
• Conduct and lead first-chair mediations and trials/arbitrations, preferred.
• Interact directly with insurance claims representatives for case assessment, evaluation, and strategy.
• Manage and delegate tasks to paralegals.
• Draft publications, articles, or legal presentations, preferred.
• Develop and implement marketing and business development strategies.
• Travel as required for case management and client meetings.

Requirements:

• Currently licensed to practice law in the State of Montana.
• 2+ years of experience in defending railroad civil litigation cases.
• Strong case management skills with a proven ability to handle complex cases.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Exceptional research and writing abilities.
• Competent in Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Experience in interviewing and meeting with client representatives.
• Experience with all facets of pre-trial discovery, motions, and document production.
• First chair mediation and trial/arbitration experience preferred.
• Schedule and payment claim experience preferred.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• License to practice law in Montana.

Skills:

• Strong work ethic and proven case management skills.
• Excellent communication, analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Ability to travel and handle own files/matters effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Experience with expert engagement and preparation.
• Ability to manage and delegate tasks to paralegals.
• Interest in marketing and business development.
• Experience in drafting legal publications and presentations preferred.

Benefits:

• Financial stability with many benefits 100% paid by the firm.
• Flexible Time Off and hybrid working schedule.
• Professional work environment with a business casual dress code.
• Respectful and collegial culture.
• Onsite training for continuous learning.
• Access to current technology and in-house IT professionals.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10537 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 301
Century City
California
United States 90025
Phone : (310) 444 0000
Fax : (213) 895-7306